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Trust No One
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Expected 15 Sep 26A woman’s unexpected return to her isolated family estate puts her in a killer’s path in this shocking suspense novel by New York Times bestselling author Mary Burton.
After seventeen years away, public defender Raine Hale returns to her family’s crumbling Virginia estate when her estranged cousin Maria is hospitalized following a near-fatal cyanide poisoning. As sole beneficiary of Hale House and guardian to Maria’s five-year-old daughter, Molly, Raine confronts a troubling legacy she vowed never to revisit—and is thrust into a deadly mystery.
But she can’t trust anyone. Maria’s husband has a violent past and crushing debts. Raine’s manipulative ex refuses to sign divorce papers and won’t stay away. Her former high school lover, now the lead detective on Maria’s case, views everyone as a suspect, including Raine. And a brutal client who nearly killed her just got out of jail.
When people begin dying, Hale House becomes as dangerous as the secrets it holds. With a killer circling closer and Molly’s life in her hands, Raine must unravel generations of family deceptions before she becomes the next victim buried in the family plot.
After seventeen years away, public defender Raine Hale returns to her family’s crumbling Virginia estate when her estranged cousin Maria is hospitalized following a near-fatal cyanide poisoning. As sole beneficiary of Hale House and guardian to Maria’s five-year-old daughter, Molly, Raine confronts a troubling legacy she vowed never to revisit—and is thrust into a deadly mystery.
But she can’t trust anyone. Maria’s husband has a violent past and crushing debts. Raine’s manipulative ex refuses to sign divorce papers and won’t stay away. Her former high school lover, now the lead detective on Maria’s case, views everyone as a suspect, including Raine. And a brutal client who nearly killed her just got out of jail.
When people begin dying, Hale House becomes as dangerous as the secrets it holds. With a killer circling closer and Molly’s life in her hands, Raine must unravel generations of family deceptions before she becomes the next victim buried in the family plot.
- GenresThriller
413 pages, Paperback
Expected publication September 15, 2026
About the author
Mary Burton
68 books4,282 followersMary Burton, whose latest novel is THE LIES I TOLD, loves writing suspense, getting to know her characters, keeping up with law enforcement and forensic procedure, morning walks, baking, and tiny dachshunds. She also enjoys hunting down serial killers, which she does in her New York Times and USA Today bestselling novels. Library Journal has compared her work to that of Lisa Jackson and Lisa Gardner, and Fresh Fiction likened her writing to that of James Patterson.
Mary is routinely featured among the top ten writers in Amazon’s Author Rankings for romantic suspense, thriller and mystery. Upon publication, her novels, including NEVER LOOK BACK and BURN YOU TWICE, consistently rank high on the Kindle eBooks Store Bestseller List. Her novels CUT AND RUN and YOU'RE NOT SAFE were nominated for the Romance Writers of America’s RITA Award for Romantic Suspense.
A Richmond native, Mary is the author of forty-five published novels and five novellas as Mary Burton and as Mary Ellen Taylor.
A member of International Thriller Writers, Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, Novelists, Inc., and Romance Writers of America, Mary is known for creating multiple suspense stories connected by characters and/or place.
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
First and foremost, a large thank you to NetGalley, Mary Burton, and Montlake for providing me with a copy of this publication, which allows me to provide you with an unbiased review.
I really, really wanted to love Trust No One. The premise had everything I normally enjoy in a thriller — a crumbling family estate, buried secrets, attempted poisoning, suspicious relationships, and a cast of characters who all seem capable of hiding something dangerous. On paper, this absolutely felt like a book I should have devoured.
And to be fair, I can absolutely understand why so many readers are loving it.
Mary Burton creates a strong atmosphere throughout the novel, especially with Hale House looming over the story like its own haunted character. The setup is compelling from the start: Raine Hale returning home after seventeen years only to walk directly into family dysfunction, old wounds, and a deadly mystery. There are plenty of twists, suspicious characters, and revelations that keep the story moving, and I do think readers who enjoy fast-paced domestic suspense with Southern gothic undertones will find a lot to enjoy here.
Unfortunately, I just could not fully click with the writing style or overall format. The dialogue often felt choppy to me, almost like a film noir narration translated directly onto the page, and it created a distance that made it difficult for me to fully connect with the characters. I also found the chapter timing markers distracting, especially early on, because they constantly made me hyper-aware of the pacing — which already felt slower than I expected given the suspenseful premise.
That said, I genuinely think the core story itself is strong. The mystery surrounding Maria’s poisoning, the tangled relationships, and the constant uncertainty about who could actually be trusted all had a lot of potential. There were definitely moments where the tension and intrigue pulled me back in, particularly as the twists started unfolding near the end.
While this one ultimately was not the right fit for me personally, I still appreciate the atmosphere, the ambitious plotting, and the suspense Burton brings to the table. I will absolutely continue watching for Mary Burton’s future releases because the premise and ideas behind this story were exactly the kind of thriller I normally love.
Kudos to Mary Burton for crafting a mystery that will likely work very well for many thriller readers, even if this particular one did not fully land for me.
I really, really wanted to love Trust No One. The premise had everything I normally enjoy in a thriller — a crumbling family estate, buried secrets, attempted poisoning, suspicious relationships, and a cast of characters who all seem capable of hiding something dangerous. On paper, this absolutely felt like a book I should have devoured.
And to be fair, I can absolutely understand why so many readers are loving it.
Mary Burton creates a strong atmosphere throughout the novel, especially with Hale House looming over the story like its own haunted character. The setup is compelling from the start: Raine Hale returning home after seventeen years only to walk directly into family dysfunction, old wounds, and a deadly mystery. There are plenty of twists, suspicious characters, and revelations that keep the story moving, and I do think readers who enjoy fast-paced domestic suspense with Southern gothic undertones will find a lot to enjoy here.
Unfortunately, I just could not fully click with the writing style or overall format. The dialogue often felt choppy to me, almost like a film noir narration translated directly onto the page, and it created a distance that made it difficult for me to fully connect with the characters. I also found the chapter timing markers distracting, especially early on, because they constantly made me hyper-aware of the pacing — which already felt slower than I expected given the suspenseful premise.
That said, I genuinely think the core story itself is strong. The mystery surrounding Maria’s poisoning, the tangled relationships, and the constant uncertainty about who could actually be trusted all had a lot of potential. There were definitely moments where the tension and intrigue pulled me back in, particularly as the twists started unfolding near the end.
While this one ultimately was not the right fit for me personally, I still appreciate the atmosphere, the ambitious plotting, and the suspense Burton brings to the table. I will absolutely continue watching for Mary Burton’s future releases because the premise and ideas behind this story were exactly the kind of thriller I normally love.
Kudos to Mary Burton for crafting a mystery that will likely work very well for many thriller readers, even if this particular one did not fully land for me.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ | Trust No One by Mary Burton
Mary Burton delivered an intense, gripping thriller that kept me completely invested from the very first chapter. Trust No One is the perfect blend of suspense, mystery, and psychological tension, with twists that constantly kept me questioning who could actually be trusted.
One of the strongest aspects of this novel was the atmosphere. There was an underlying sense of danger and unease throughout the entire story that made it nearly impossible to stop reading. Burton does an excellent job slowly unraveling secrets while keeping the pacing fast and addictive. Every new reveal raised the stakes even higher, and just when I thought I had figured everything out, another twist completely changed my perspective.
The characters felt complex and believable, which made the emotional tension even stronger. I especially appreciated how layered the relationships were — everyone seemed to be hiding something, and that uncertainty added so much suspense to the story. The investigative elements were also well done and balanced perfectly with the psychological aspects of the plot.
What really stood out to me was how effortlessly readable this book was. The short chapters and steady pacing made it incredibly bingeable, and I found myself flying through the pages wanting answers immediately.
Overall, Trust No One was a dark, addictive, and expertly crafted thriller that fans of suspense and psychological mysteries will absolutely enjoy. If you love books filled with secrets, shocking twists, tension-filled investigations, and characters you constantly second-guess, this one deserves a spot on your TBR.
Mary Burton delivered an intense, gripping thriller that kept me completely invested from the very first chapter. Trust No One is the perfect blend of suspense, mystery, and psychological tension, with twists that constantly kept me questioning who could actually be trusted.
One of the strongest aspects of this novel was the atmosphere. There was an underlying sense of danger and unease throughout the entire story that made it nearly impossible to stop reading. Burton does an excellent job slowly unraveling secrets while keeping the pacing fast and addictive. Every new reveal raised the stakes even higher, and just when I thought I had figured everything out, another twist completely changed my perspective.
The characters felt complex and believable, which made the emotional tension even stronger. I especially appreciated how layered the relationships were — everyone seemed to be hiding something, and that uncertainty added so much suspense to the story. The investigative elements were also well done and balanced perfectly with the psychological aspects of the plot.
What really stood out to me was how effortlessly readable this book was. The short chapters and steady pacing made it incredibly bingeable, and I found myself flying through the pages wanting answers immediately.
Overall, Trust No One was a dark, addictive, and expertly crafted thriller that fans of suspense and psychological mysteries will absolutely enjoy. If you love books filled with secrets, shocking twists, tension-filled investigations, and characters you constantly second-guess, this one deserves a spot on your TBR.
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May 24, 2026Trust No One is a gripping and emotionally charged suspense novel that masterfully blends family secrets, psychological tension, and high stakes mystery into an intensely immersive reading experience. Mary Burton crafts a story filled with atmosphere, emotional complexity, and relentless suspense, keeping readers engaged from the very first page.
What makes the novel especially compelling is the constant sense of uncertainty surrounding every character and situation. Raine’s return to her family estate immediately creates emotional tension, and the layers of betrayal, deception, and unresolved history steadily deepen the suspense throughout the story. The emotional stakes feel authentic, particularly through Raine’s determination to protect Molly while confronting the dangerous legacy tied to Hale House.
The setting itself becomes a powerful presence within the novel. The isolated estate, family secrets, and growing body count create an atmosphere that feels dark, claustrophobic, and unpredictable. Mary Burton balances emotional depth, investigative suspense, and psychological tension with confidence, delivering twists and revelations that keep the narrative consistently engaging.
Dark, suspenseful, and emotionally immersive, Trust No One is a compelling thriller that will strongly resonate with readers who enjoy psychological suspense, family mysteries, emotionally driven crime fiction, and atmospheric storytelling filled with tension and secrets.
What makes the novel especially compelling is the constant sense of uncertainty surrounding every character and situation. Raine’s return to her family estate immediately creates emotional tension, and the layers of betrayal, deception, and unresolved history steadily deepen the suspense throughout the story. The emotional stakes feel authentic, particularly through Raine’s determination to protect Molly while confronting the dangerous legacy tied to Hale House.
The setting itself becomes a powerful presence within the novel. The isolated estate, family secrets, and growing body count create an atmosphere that feels dark, claustrophobic, and unpredictable. Mary Burton balances emotional depth, investigative suspense, and psychological tension with confidence, delivering twists and revelations that keep the narrative consistently engaging.
Dark, suspenseful, and emotionally immersive, Trust No One is a compelling thriller that will strongly resonate with readers who enjoy psychological suspense, family mysteries, emotionally driven crime fiction, and atmospheric storytelling filled with tension and secrets.
May 23, 2026
Trust No One grabbed my attention right from the very beginning. The storyline immediately pulled me in and had me wanting to know more about each character and the secrets they were hiding. Every time I thought I had things figured out, another twist would come along and completely surprise me.
This was definitely one of those books that’s hard to put down because you just need to get to the bottom of everything. The pacing kept the story moving quickly, and I found myself constantly wanting to read “just one more chapter.”
Mary Burton did a great job creating suspense and keeping me guessing until the end. There were so many twists, and quite a few I honestly did not see coming. If you enjoy fast-paced thrillers filled with secrets, tension, and unexpected turns, this is one I would definitely recommend.
Thank you NetGalley, Montlake and Mary Burton for the ARC!
This was definitely one of those books that’s hard to put down because you just need to get to the bottom of everything. The pacing kept the story moving quickly, and I found myself constantly wanting to read “just one more chapter.”
Mary Burton did a great job creating suspense and keeping me guessing until the end. There were so many twists, and quite a few I honestly did not see coming. If you enjoy fast-paced thrillers filled with secrets, tension, and unexpected turns, this is one I would definitely recommend.
Thank you NetGalley, Montlake and Mary Burton for the ARC!
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May 23, 2026Trust No One by Mary Burton is a stand alone thriller published by Montlake.
M. Burton became easily one of my fav authors and this latest book is no exception. I love the writing, the pace, the worldbuilding and more than anything all the twists and unexpected turns she gifts.
Maria and husband Gabe, cousin Raine and husband Ken, Judson a childhood friend and FBI Agent, all are connected in one one way or another. Twisty, twistier, the twistiest.
Fav quote " Easy is the hardest kind of work. "
I recommend this gem of a story, all the stars.
M. Burton became easily one of my fav authors and this latest book is no exception. I love the writing, the pace, the worldbuilding and more than anything all the twists and unexpected turns she gifts.
Maria and husband Gabe, cousin Raine and husband Ken, Judson a childhood friend and FBI Agent, all are connected in one one way or another. Twisty, twistier, the twistiest.
Fav quote " Easy is the hardest kind of work. "
I recommend this gem of a story, all the stars.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Trust No One by Mary Burton was a wild ride that I devoured in one rainy Saturday. After 17 years away, Raine Hale returns home to her family’s crumbling estate, only to find herself caught up in a suspicious death that may be anything but natural.
Told from both Raine’s and Detective Judson’s perspectives, the story races along with plenty of twists, secrets, and suspects. I kept changing my mind about who was behind it all, and even then Burton had one more surprise waiting at the end.
Fast-paced, suspenseful, and impossible to put down! Another winner from Mary Burton!
Told from both Raine’s and Detective Judson’s perspectives, the story races along with plenty of twists, secrets, and suspects. I kept changing my mind about who was behind it all, and even then Burton had one more surprise waiting at the end.
Fast-paced, suspenseful, and impossible to put down! Another winner from Mary Burton!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was a solid mystery thriller and a quick read. The revelations toward the end of the novel, as well as the final scene, were twisty and unexpected.
Thank you to Montlake and NetGalley for the advance reader's digital copy. #TrustNoOne #NetGalley
Thank you to Montlake and NetGalley for the advance reader's digital copy. #TrustNoOne #NetGalley
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